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Illinois Governor's Budget Cuts Threaten Immigrant Health Benefits

5/12/2025

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Illinois Governor JB Pritzker's plan to cut the Health Benefits for Immigrant Adults program aims to tackle a looming budget deficit, risking $330 million in savings. However, a University of Chicago study reveals the program has slashed hospitals' bad debt by 15%. As the May 31 budget deadline approaches, lawmakers are rallying to preserve this vital healthcare support for noncitizens.

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Illinois Governor JB Pritzker's plan to cut the Health Benefits for Immigrant Adults program aims to tackle a looming budget deficit, risking $330 million in savings. However, a University of Chicago study reveals the program has slashed hospitals' bad debt by 15%. As the May 31 budget deadline approaches, lawmakers are rallying to preserve this vital healthcare support for noncitizens.